Late 19th Century Original Painting by Agapito Labios of Boy in Blue Suit With Hat, Framed

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An exceptional antique oil by esteemed artist Agapito Labios in his characteristic primitive Mexican folk art style.. Self taught, Labios … more An exceptional antique oil by esteemed artist Agapito Labios in his characteristic primitive Mexican folk art style.. Self taught, Labios made his living doing portraits and painting his children.

Mr. Labios fought in Mexican Revolution and later became famous as a painter due to the quality of his portraits of Mexican children.

This quintessential example of Labio's work features a charming little boy with his regal blue suit and cap, and arms open wide. His sweet cherub face, apple cheeks, and big brown eyes draw the viewer in. Framed in its original gilt carved wooden frame. less